#312 "Even Being Rejected Is a Precious Memory"

On the miracle of bumping into an old flame on the street.

The person Inamoto reunited with in Okinawa was someone he once loved so deeply that he dedicated his entire youth to them. An incident that occurred during this reunion resurfaces as an unforgettable memory. The idea that even past experiences of rejection help shape who we are today is something that will surely resonate with everyone.

Contemplating ourselves while struggling with the balance between emotions and words.

Starting with the question of whether young people today are less likely to be hurt by their choice of words, the discussion evolves into a deep reflection on how meanings change based on the receiver's emotions rather than the words themselves. Inamoto's reaction to a story revealed by Yamauchi mid-conversation is particularly memorable.

Discussing the nuances of emotions hidden in the act of confession.

In the middle of the episode, the debate intensifies as they reflect on past events involving Tabata-san and the difficulty of conveying one's feelings to others. In the latter half, Inamoto shares his candid sentiment that he wants to cherish even the experience of being rejected as a 'memory,' so please be sure to listen to the full episode.